Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control has its first baby skunks of the season! This is unusually early for baby skunks; the earliest we have found baby skunks in the past 10 years! In our 27 years in business, we have only discovered baby skunks this early in spring on one previous occasion. Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control… Continue reading
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How Squirrels Mark Their Territory
Gray squirrels are the most common species of squirrels that we deal with here at Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control. They can reach amazingly high densities in areas where there are abundant resources, and forest populations. So many squirrels in one space means that competition for resources such as tree cavities and acorns can be intense.… Continue reading
Oakville Raccoon Removal
How do raccoons get on the roof? One of the most common questions we’re asked by Oakville homeowners is how the raccoon got on the roof in the first place. A lot of people don’t know this, but raccoons are excellent climbers and in most cases have very little trouble finding their way on to… Continue reading
Protecting Your Home From Wildlife This Spring in Montreal
Spring has finally sprung in Montreal and as the weather warms up you will no doubt begin to see the familiar signs of urban wildlife in your neighbourhood. The sound of birds chirping, squirrels chasing each other around trees and maybe the odd whiff of skunk spray all help to let us know that spring… Continue reading
Are Starlings a Nuisance to the Environment?
The most common and the worst nuisance bird species in North America is the European Starling. They are considered to be an invasive species. European Starlings are normally described as loud, obnoxious, destructive birds, who steal grain, ravage crops and force out native bird species. Many of the problems created by starlings come from their… Continue reading
Raccoons in Torpor in Mississauga
Spring is here in Mississauga, and many homeowners are finding themselves with an attic or chimney full of raccoon babies. “How did they get inside my home, you wonder. “Why didn’t I hear anything?” Many people believe raccoons hibernate over the winter, but they do not. They do enter a torpid, inactive state, when temperatures… Continue reading
European Starling Mating Habits
Nothing signals the arrival of spring like the sounds of birds chirping and singing. However, with the arrival of spring comes the mating and birthing season for birds. This can be problematic for home or business owners if the birds decide to build their nests and lay their eggs in or on your home or… Continue reading
How to Keep Mice Out of Your Garden
Mice can do a lot of damage to a garden including eating bulbs, gnawing bark, crippling roots, nibbling stems, and creating pathways in the lawn. Mice are also a concern due to the diseases they can carry. Mice are most often spotted at night or early morning but are sometimes out in the daytime. They… Continue reading
The Importance of Bat Guano
Bats play a vital role to our ecosystem. They play significant roles in controlling insect populations. Others pollinate many valuable plants, ensuring the production of fruits that support local economies, as well as diverse animal populations. Even bats droppings, called guano, can be beneficial. Bat guano makes an excellent fertilizer. It’s fast-acting, has little odor,… Continue reading
Rabies Vaccine Baiting Set to Resume in Ontario
Ontario is set to start dropping more anti-rabies vaccine as part of its new phase in its fight against the virus, which has so far been found in 70 raccoons and skunks. Chris Davies, head of wildlife research with the province’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, said they plan to drop the vaccine in… Continue reading
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